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Chemical Engineering

By applying the unique approaches and disciplines of engineering to the fundamental
sciences, such as chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and mathematics, chemical engineers
solve a wide range of problems to benefit society. Chemical engineers are the key
professionals involved in the discovery, development, and production of food, fuels,
pharmaceuticals, clean water, and the modern materials used in electronics, apparel,
and construction.

Dual Degrees

Chemical engineering/chemistry

Students can pursue a dual degree program leading to both the bachelor of science
in chemistry and the bachelor of chemical engineering degrees in four years by carefully
selecting their technical electives and taking a small number of additional courses
needed to complete the chemistry program. Interested students should contact the chairs
of both departments to arrange their study program and schedule.

Why Widener?

Emphasis on Fundamentals

In addition to the basic physical sciences underlying all engineering, the chemical
engineering program emphasizes fundamental principles and techniques which chemical
engineers apply when analyzing whatever technologies they may encounter in their professional
career.

Senior Projects

All engineering students must carry out a senior project in which they investigate,
under the guidance of a faculty advisor, a topic of interest. Student projects can
be a groundbreaking research proposal for students to start their career. Engineering
students have done everything from building a working prototype of a vending machine
for campus to identifying FDA-approved drugs that can be used to battle cancer.